On October 13, 2025, DHT Holdings, Inc. announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Svein Moxnes Harfjeld, will join the company’s Board of Directors effective immediately, while continuing to serve as CEO. The move expands Harfjeld’s role from executive management to a dual position on the board, thereby increasing his influence over corporate governance and strategic oversight.
Chairman Erik A. Lind welcomed the appointment, noting that Harfjeld’s “over 30 years of experience in the global shipping industry” brings “additional strategic insight and operational expertise” to the board. The statement emphasized that the board now reflects a “sound balance of independence and executive experience,” aligning with DHT’s commitment to high‑level integrity and governance.
Harfjeld, a Norwegian citizen residing in Monaco, has led DHT since 2010 and has been instrumental in the company’s fleet modernization and capital allocation strategy. His addition to the board is expected to reinforce continuity in leadership while enhancing the board’s industry knowledge and decision‑making capacity.
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